outdoors
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Basic Training: How to Sight In Red Dot Sight for the Range
What’s a red dot sight? How does a red sight impact hunting, law enforcement, and recreational shooting? A red dot sight is a type of optical reflector sight with an illuminated reticle – typically a red dot – for rapid target acquisition without magnification. This type of sighting system enables users to aim quickly and accurately…
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Basic Training: How Do Night Vision Goggles Work?
Night Vision Science There are two main night vision technology methods: image intensification and thermal imaging. Each approach offers different sorts of visual representations, which makes each one more suitable for their own specific applications. Image Intensification With image intensification, a night vision device amplifies available light like moonlight or starlight. It then transforms it into…
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History Lesson: When Was the Thermal Scope Invented?
Thermal imaging technology in its earliest form originated in the early 19th century and has evolved since. Thermal scopes are now known as essential tools for hunters, law enforcement professionals, and military personnel. The important equipment lets users detect heat signatures, an invaluable feature in darkness and other low-visibility conditions. Understanding the origins of thermal…
